Bellocq's Ophelia
2013 Kennedy Center ACTF Distinguished New Play, Performance and Production Crew, Set Design and Choreography
Set in New Orleans in 1911, Ophelia, a young biracial woman confronts a world of racism and segregation, while living and working in a famous octoroon brothel for white-skinned African American woman, exploited as objects of curiosity and desire. She begins posing for photographer Ernest Bellocq and gradually transforms from model to artist, viewing the world through the lens of her own camera, and embarking on a journey to claim her identity and her future.
This story is an adaptation of the Book of Poems by Pulitzer prize winning author, (and Hollins University Alumni), Natasha Trethaway into a piece of physicalized theatre, text and contemporary dance.
Lexi Mondot aided in the adaptation of this play, and directed the choreographic elements of the production. This was a project in conjunction with Ernest Zulia, TJ Anderson, Natasha Trethewey and the Hollins Theatre. This production has been on of her most rewarding and challenging experiences as a choreographer.
This story is an adaptation of the Book of Poems by Pulitzer prize winning author, (and Hollins University Alumni), Natasha Trethaway into a piece of physicalized theatre, text and contemporary dance.
Lexi Mondot aided in the adaptation of this play, and directed the choreographic elements of the production. This was a project in conjunction with Ernest Zulia, TJ Anderson, Natasha Trethewey and the Hollins Theatre. This production has been on of her most rewarding and challenging experiences as a choreographer.
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Check out Hollins Professor T.J. Anderson on the TV show Round Roanoke talking about Hollins Theatre Present's Bellocq's Opheliaand our contribution to African American History Month!
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If you missed it here is a second chance to get a sneak peek at Hollins Theatre Present's Bellocq's Ophelia on Daytime Blue Ridge featuring an interview with our own Ernie Zulia!
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